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By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2025
A recent decision by the Senate Finance Committee has put a halt to House Bill 11, known as this session's version of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA).

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2025
Bernalillo County is hosting the 2025 Youth Job Fair, a free event aimed at connecting young job seekers with potential employers.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2025
Health care professionals in New Mexico are now eligible to apply for the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP).

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2025
The New Mexico Senate passed several significant bills on March 15, 2025.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Crystal Brantley, a New Mexico State Senator, said that Chris Hefner's leadership as State Mine Inspector ensures safe working conditions for New Mexico's miners and contributes to the continued success of the state's mining sector.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Jim Townsend, a state senator for New Mexico's District 34, said the legislature is not addressing issues related to "medical malpractice costs and the constant decline in medical services available to New Mexico." He made that statement in a post on X on March 6.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
John Block, representative for New Mexico’s House District 51, announced that the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee (CPAC) voted to table a bill aimed at increasing sentences for violent juvenile offenders convicted of murder and other...

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Senator Crystal Brantley represents New Mexico’s District 35, the largest in the state, covering seven counties in the southwest corner. Elected in 2020 as the first Republican and first female to hold the office, Brantley credits her success to voters dissatisfied with the state’s approach to border security.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Dr. Elaine Cortez represents New Mexico District 62 and is no stranger to hardship. She grew up in a tough neighborhood, and witnessed gang violence, substance abuse, and crime firsthand.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Gail Armstrong, a New Mexico state representative for District 49, discussed efforts to reform the state's Children, Youth, and Families Department (CYFD) during an appearance on the New Mexico Suncast podcast on March 5.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Senator Pat Boone, a freshman legislator from southeastern New Mexico, has spent a lifetime in public service before stepping into his role at the state roundhouse.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
A survey has been launched in New Mexico to gather public feedback on early childhood programs.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Legislation to increase the top royalty rate for oil and gas development on New Mexico state lands has advanced in the House Appropriations and Finance Committee.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Today, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico announced the appointment of two judges to the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Albuquerque Reads is calling for donations to support its kindergarten and first-grade students as they conclude the school year.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
The New Mexico Senate has advanced several bills aimed at addressing key issues in the state, including substance exposure in newborns, education, water management, utility rates, and railroad safety.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Deb Haaland, former U.S. Representative for New Mexico's first congressional district, has expressed her condolences following the death of U.S. Representative Raúl Grijalva.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Minutes ago, Senator George Muñoz, chair of the Senate Finance Committee, announced that House Bill 11 will be reviewed by his committee at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed her condolences following the death of Congressman Raúl Grijalva.

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 14, 2025
The New Mexico Senate has passed several significant pieces of legislation and confirmed key appointments.